Cookies Policy
Last updated: January 2025
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and provide information to website owners.
BondBricks uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our platform, analyze usage patterns, and enhance security.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the platform to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility features.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| next-auth.session-token | Maintains your login session | 30 days |
| next-auth.csrf-token | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| __Secure-next-auth.callback-url | Stores the URL to redirect to after authentication | Session |
Performance Cookies (Optional)
These cookies collect information about how you use our platform, such as which pages you visit most often. This data is aggregated and anonymous and helps us improve platform performance and user experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies allow the platform to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or theme) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Remembers your theme preference (light/dark mode) | 1 year |
| cookieConsent | Records your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
Security Cookies (Required)
These cookies help detect and prevent security risks, fraudulent activity, and abuse of the platform.
- Fraud detection and prevention
- Unusual activity monitoring
- Session validation and integrity checks
- Rate limiting to prevent automated attacks
3. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from trusted third-party providers who may also set cookies when you use our platform:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our platform. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about page visits, session duration, and user behavior. This data helps us improve our services.
Learn more: Google Privacy Policy
NextAuth.js (Authentication)
Our authentication system uses NextAuth.js, which sets secure cookies to manage your login session. These cookies are essential for authentication and cannot be disabled if you want to use the platform.
Licensed Partner Services
When you interact with services provided by our licensed financial partners (Macquarie Capital, NAB, Perpetual Trustees), they may set their own cookies. These are subject to their respective privacy policies:
- Macquarie Group: Privacy Policy
- NAB: Privacy Policy
- Perpetual: Privacy Policy
4. How to Control Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View and delete cookies already stored on your device
- Block all cookies or specific cookies
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Instructions for popular browsers:
Opt-Out of Google Analytics
You can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: Download here
Important Notice
Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from logging in and using key features of the BondBricks platform. Performance and functional cookies can be disabled without affecting core functionality, but your user experience may be reduced.
5. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers support "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, BondBricks does not respond to DNT signals, but we are committed to respecting your privacy and providing you with control over your data.
6. Mobile Device Identifiers
When you access BondBricks through a mobile device, we may collect device identifiers for analytics and security purposes. You can limit this tracking through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking > Disable "Allow Apps to Request to Track"
- Android: Settings > Privacy > Ads > Enable "Opt out of Ads Personalization"
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business operations. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, providing additional notice through the platform or via email.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact:
Privacy Officer
BondBricks Australia
Email: privacy@bondbricks.com
Phone: 1300 BONDS (1300 26637)
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.